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Trademarks and Selecting the Name for Your Start-Up Business

On behalf of Kimura London & White LLP | Sep 14, 2017 | Business Law, Chinese Business Law, Intellectual Property, Start-Ups

WeWork vs. UrWork A recently filed lawsuit highlights the importance of selecting a business name which does not infringe on the trademark rights of another business. WeWork is an American shared-office provider valued at $20 billion. UrWork is a Chinese competitor,...

Negligence – An Introduction

On behalf of Kimura London & White LLP | Aug 21, 2017 | Business Law, Litigation

Introduction to an Ever-Present Legal Concept Negligence is one of the most common claims in a lawsuit. In brief, negligence has 4 total components: 1. Duty. A party has an obligation to another party, or to the public. 2. Breach. A party’s action, or failure to act,...

Listing on Airbnb May Cause Homeowners Insurance Exclusion

On behalf of Kimura London & White LLP | Jul 21, 2017 | Homeowners Insurance

The Sharing Economy and You Homeowners insurance is an essential protection for those owning real estate. Among other protections, a homeowners insurance policy can pay to repair or rebuild your home if damaged or destroyed by fire, smoke, or vandalism. It can also...